Guidelines following the Monkeypox outbreak
Guidelines following the Monkeypox outbreak (18 August 2022) We are pleased to inform clients that we have supplies of Monkeypox vaccine in our Mid and West Essex sexual health clinics. We are able to offer 1st vaccine dose and also 2nd vaccines if your 1st vaccine was more than 8 weeks ago. Please do not […]
You said – We listened – We did
We have been working with our partners to find out what service people wanted from Essex Sexual Health Service. You responded, we listened.
Sexual Health Week 2022: Breaking down the barriers to sexual health services
Sexual Health Week 2022: Breaking down the barriers to sexual health services Every year, Sexual Health Week takes place and focuses attention on an important topic that’s affecting sexual health right now. This year, Sexual Health Week is about removing some of the barriers people experience when accessing sexual health services. Breaking down barriers ensures […]
Partnership Enhancement
Essex Sexual Health Services expand collaboration with Terrence Higgins Trust to better reach young adults The providers of NHS-funded sexual health services across the county of Essex have expanded their partnership with leading HIV and sexual health charity, Terrence Higgins Trust, to better support young people under 25. Provide Community, who lead a partnership of […]
Statement from Mark Heasman, Group Chief Executive of Provide Community
Here at Provide Community, we are deeply saddened by the news that Her Majesty The Queen has passed away and echo the sentiments felt across the NHS at this sad time. Her tireless devotion to public service and her kindness, compassion and humanity resonates with us all. Our heartfelt condolences are with the Royal Family […]
Service update following COVID-19 outbreak
COVID-19: Update to service With the risk of COVID-19 remaining, changes to service delivery continue to ensure the safety of service users, staff and the wider public by aiming to reduce face to face contact wherever possible, whilst maintaining a high level of service. The service Intelligence Centre should be contacted in the first instance […]
Free Condoms for 16-24yr olds using the eC-Card scheme
Join the eC-Card Scheme Young people across Suffolk are taking advantage of the eC-Card Scheme to access free condoms from over 100 locations across the county. Eliminating the need to visit or speak to anyone from the service users can, after following a simple, secure registration process get access to FREE condoms by visiting one […]
Sex, law and consent: What you need to understand
School’s out – how to get your sexual health support this summer
It’s that much awaited time of the year – Uni, college and school have come to a close and you’re out enjoying the summer weather with your friends and partners. Whether you are chilling at home, out partying or enjoying live music at festivals, it’s important to know there is support out there for you […]
STI Spotlight: Herpes – what you need to know about herpes
In the first in our new spotlight series, we’re highlighting herpes. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are an infection that can be passed on between sexual partners during unprotected sexual contact. There are more than 25 STIs which can be spread by vaginal, anal or oral sex. They are unfortunately common amongst all age groups, which […]
